Though there are wars going on all over the world, one that just broke out that is having significant consequences around the world is the Russian invasion of Ukraine. They invaded the end of February. To read and see the news and photographs of what is going on is devastating. It feels so weird like this should be in a history book but it's happening now. Haven't we learned from the past? No one wins in war. It breaks my heart. Mark sent us this funny meme he made up that made us all laugh. This has been kind of hard on the kids as they've lived their lives in relative peace. They don't remember much the conflicts in the middle east and the wars on Terror in Afghanistan and other places. Cov has especially struggled and feels lots of anxiety over this conflict, making sure doors are locked at night, being extra sensitive of sounds, and feeling scared to be alone. So far the US isn't getting involved but we are witholding financial items and closing up air traffic and other means to Russia. It breaks my heart to see everyone evacuating Ukraine and for the losses and pain going on there. The gas is going up terribly right now, and there will be other financial implications. The kids have been praying for Ukraine, and the US (Cov cracks me up when he prays...he asks that our president will send nukes to Ukraine so they can defend themselves...oh, and asks that Trump will be the next president, haha!). We also had a special fast for Ukraine, refugees around the world, government leaders, and for peace to prevail. Times are unsettling but there is always peace in Christ no matter what is happening around us. (Photo credit - AP, meme by Mark)
